Enjoy views of the canal and wildlife from this partially updated classic South Bethany Beach Cottage with sought after southern exposure to the canal and a private dock in the back yard. The canal allows access through inland waterways all the way to Ocean City, MD to the south and to Rehoboth and Lewes, DE and the Delaware Bay to the north. Enjoy docking at the many dining establishments on the waterways to enjoy fabulous dinners, music and sunsets. The back and side yards are completely fenced with a gated access to the dock in the rear, providing a safe and protected area for pets and children. The Delaware Resort Area is such a wonderful destination. The temperatures are moderate, the scenery is beautiful, the people are friendly, and the ocean takes center stage. Not only does it feature the ocean, but also the bay and all the inland waterways feeding into it, one of which is in the backyard of the Cottage By The Sea. Walk one and a half blocks (10 homes) and your feet are in the white sands of the guarded (in-season) Atlantic Ocean beach at South Bethany. Or take your boat or kayak on a beautiful sunset cruise or quiet excursion into the National Wildlife Park to view eagles, blue heron, and all the other wonderful nature you can enjoy close to this Cottage located right on the water. You can catch crabs and small fish right off the dock (mostly catch & release and a license may be required) and enjoy Family fun in the large fenced in yard. South Bethany is located between Ocean City, MD and Rehoboth Beach, DE, both of which have big boardwalks with rides. Rehoboth Beach also has tax free outlet shopping. Bethany Beach has its own boardwalk which is very Family friendly and safe. There is live entertainment on the bandstand at night in the summer. Lots of good food, shopping, and fun, including mini-golf & nearby championship golf, all within close proximity to the Cottage. The Cottage is a single story home with 4 bedrooms (one with an ensuite bathroom) and a full bath and half bath in the hall. There is a large family room with a gas fireplace. In addition, there is a large laundry/utility room with an outside entrance as well as inside entrance. This room provides excellent space for storage. There is also an enclosed outside shower. Additional storage is available in an outside shed and dock box at the rear of the house. A state park beach adjoins South Bethanys beach to the south. Pets are allowed on the South Bethany beach in the off season and are permitted on the State park beach all year. This unique Cottage is located just a few blocks from a shopping area which includes Family style dining, gift shops, a pizza restaurant, a tackle shop and more. What more could you ask for? Don't miss this opportunity to own this wonderful cottage which has been an excellent rental property since it is dog-friendly with a fenced yard. This one wont last long! Owner/Seller is a licensed Realtor(R) in the State of Delaware, and is the listing agent.